Sessional Lecturer ANT431H1F The Planet of the Apes

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Sessional Lecturer ANT431H1F The Planet of the Apes

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University of Toronto

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Date Posted: 05/15/2024
Req ID: 37327
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Anthropology
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Description:Course number and title: ANT431H1F The Real Planet of the ApesCourse description: Through fossil labs and lectures, we look back over 30 to 5 million years ago when apes roamed from Spain to China and Germany to Southern Africa. The fossil record of these apes, our ancestors, reveals how we evolved our large brains, dexterous hands, extended growth period and incredible intelligence. We encounter many surprises along the way, such as apes living with pandas in Hungary, animals with a mix of monkey, ape and pig traits and apes the size of polar bears. Of the more than 100 species of fossil apes known, only one gave rise to us.Prerequisite: ANT203Y1Recommended Preparation: ANT335Y1 or ANT330Y1Estimated course enrolment: 18 studentsEstimated TA support: 70 hours – to be adjusted according to actual enrollmentClass schedule: Wednesdays 9:00 am to 11:00 am, Classes begin September 3 and end November 29, 2024*The delivery method for this course is in person. Please note that, in keeping with current circumstances, the course delivery method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.Sessional dates of appointment: September 1, 2024 to January 10, 2025Salary:Sessional Lecturer I: $9457.90Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $9930.79Sessional Lecturer II: $10,121.77Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $10,326.62Sessional Lecturer III: $10,362.76Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $ 10,570.02Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.Minimum qualifications:Ph.D. in Anthropology (preferably in Evolutionary Anthropology) required;Demonstrated evidence of superior teaching is requiredPreferred qualifications:Description of duties: All duties associated with teaching an undergraduate course, including preparing the course outline, syllabus and lectures, delivering lectures, developing, marking and administering course assignments, tests & exams, holding regular office hours and the supervision of any assigned TA support.Application instructions:
Applicants should submit by email a detailed letter of application; an updated curriculum vitae; and the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form located here: . Please ensure you are using the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form.Please submit applications to:Josie Alaimo, Undergraduate AdministratorUniversity of Toronto, Department of AnthropologyTo Josie Alaimo by email atClosing Date: 06/06/2024, 11:59PM EDT
**This job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement.It is understood that some announcements of vacancies are tentative, pending final course determinations and enrolment. Should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement.Please note: Undergraduate or graduate students and postdoctoral fellows of the University of Toronto are covered by the CUPE 3902 Unit 1 collective agreement rather than the Unit 3 collective agreement, and should not apply for positions posted under the Unit 3 collective agreement.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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Toronto, ON

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Fri, 17 May 2024 07:03:35 GMT

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